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Check Si-Drive (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) System: Notes

Diagnosis: 

SI-DRIVE mode does not switch.

CAUTION: Note that SI-DRIVE system operates the following controls when it switches the modes.
  1. When the engine is cold, the low coolant temperature display will light in the combination meter. In this case, it cannot switch to S# (Sport Sharp), S# (Sport Sharp) switch prohibition buzzer sounds.
  2. When turning the engine OFF and then ON again, it switches to I (intelligent) mode although in the mode prior to engine OFF.
  3. Switches to S (Sport) when the malfunction indicator light illuminates while the engine is running. In this case, it cannot switch to S# (Sport Sharp) or I (Intelligent) mode.
  4. If there is a possible engine coolant or engine oil temperature overheat condition, it will not be possible to switch to the S# (Sport Sharp) mode. Switches to S (Sport) while driving in S# (Sport Sharp) mode.